SEN Teaching Assistant, Chorley

SEN Teaching Assistant - Autism Support - Chorley

Start Date: ASAPLocation: ChorleyWorking Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pmDaily Rate: £98.89 - £115.89Employer: Tradewind Recruitment

Tradewind Recruitment are working in partnership with a specialist SEN school in Chorley and are looking to appoint a compassionate and resilient SEN Teaching Assistant to support students aged 11 to 16 with Autism (ASC).

This is a full-time role, beginning as soon as possible, and offers a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people with special educational needs.

About the Role:

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will be supporting pupils with Autism in both classroom-based and 1:1 settings. You'll work closely with teaching staff and therapists to deliver a supportive, structured learning environment that promotes independence, communication, and engagement.

Responsibilities:

• Supporting students with Autism across a range of abilities and needs
• Helping to implement EHCP (Education, Health and Care Plan) targets
• Promoting positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing
• Assisting in delivering tailored lessons and activities
• Encouraging social interaction and participation in school life

The Ideal Candidate:

• Experience working with children or young people with SEN, especially Autism
• Calm, patient, and understanding approach
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build trusting relationships with students and staff
• A willingness to undertake training and ongoing CPD
• Must have (or be willing to obtain) an enhanced DBS on the update service

What Tradewind Offers:

• Competitive daily pay: £98.89 - £115.89
• Access to over 50 CPD courses, including Team Teach and Autism Awareness
• Support from an experienced consultant throughout your placement
• Opportunity for long-term and permanent roles

If you're looking for a rewarding and meaningful role in SEN education, we would love to hear from you!

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